Australia's Top Restaurants
Curated selection of the most exceptional dining destinations across the country
Quay
Perched at the edge of Sydney Harbour with unparalleled views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, Quay delivers an exceptional fine dining experience that celebrates Australian produce. Chef Peter Gilmore's innovative cuisine transforms the finest ingredients into visually stunning and flavor-rich compositions that have earned Quay its reputation as one of Australia's most celebrated restaurants.
Attica
In the Melbourne suburb of Ripponlea, Chef Ben Shewry has created a dining destination that celebrates native Australian ingredients and storytelling through food. Attica consistently ranks among the world's best restaurants for its thoughtful, innovative approach to Australian cuisine. Each dish represents a narrative drawn from the landscape, Indigenous culture, and Shewry's personal experiences, creating a dining experience that is intellectually stimulating and deliciously satisfying.
Brae
Set on an organic farm in Birregurra, Victoria, Brae exemplifies the farm-to-table philosophy. Chef Dan Hunter transforms seasonal produce, much of it grown on the property, into sophisticated dishes that speak of place and time. The restaurant's commitment to sustainability extends beyond the plate to include solar power, water harvesting, and waste recycling. The serene rural setting enhances the dining experience, offering guests a complete immersion in the Australian countryside.
Firedoor
Chef Lennox Hastie's Firedoor in Surry Hills has revolutionized wood-fired cooking in Australia. The restaurant features no gas or electricity in its kitchen—only fire. Hastie's mastery of cooking with different types of wood brings out extraordinary flavors in the finest seasonal ingredients. The open kitchen allows diners to witness the primal yet precise cooking techniques, while the ever-changing menu reflects what's best on any given day. The restaurant's focus on the elemental creates a dining experience that is both sophisticated and viscerally satisfying.
Wildflower
Perched atop the COMO The Treasury hotel in Perth, Wildflower offers breathtaking views and a menu guided by the six seasons of the Noongar Indigenous calendar. Executive Chef Matthew Sartori crafts contemporary dishes that showcase Western Australian ingredients, particularly those foraged from the surrounding landscape. The restaurant's elegant, light-filled space provides the perfect backdrop for cuisine that respects Indigenous knowledge while embracing modern techniques. Wildflower represents the exciting culinary evolution taking place in Western Australia.
Agnes
Located in a former brick warehouse in Brisbane's Fortitude Valley, Agnes has quickly established itself as one of Queensland's most exciting dining destinations. Chef Ben Williamson's menu revolves around cooking with fire, smoke, and embers, creating dishes of remarkable depth and complexity. The restaurant's moody, atmospheric space with its exposed brick walls and visible kitchen fire pit creates an immersive dining environment. Agnes represents Brisbane's maturing culinary scene, combining international techniques with Queensland's exceptional produce.
